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State-Specific Steps

Embarking on your journey to relief in Florida is simple. Let our caring specialists guide you through the state-specific steps to obtain your medical cannabis card.
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    Schedule an Appointment

    It’s quick and easy! Your data and medical records are secure on our state-of-the-art, HIPAA-compliant platform.

    If you’re new to Leafwell, you can get certified for medical cannabis during one of our pop-up events happening throughout the state. Existing Leafwell patients can log in to renew today. Stay tuned for upcoming events.

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    Discuss Medical Marijuana With Your Healthcare Provider

    Speak with your healthcare provider about your qualifying medical condition, medical history, and why medical marijuana may be a good option for you.

    If approved, your provider will submit your information electronically to the Florida Department of Health’s Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU) Registry, where you can apply for your identification card.

    The appointment fee is $149 for new patients, $99 for renewals. You’ll get your money back if you’re not approved.

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    Complete the Application With the Office of Medical Marijuana Use

    The easiest way to apply for your Florida medical marijuana card is online. Log on to the OMMU website here.

    Expect the application review process to take around 10 business days.

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    Get Your Card From the State of Florida

    Once you have been certified and your OMMU application has been approved, you can shop at a dispensary.

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What You Need to Know

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    Eligibility / Patient

    Florida residents — including seasonal residents — at least 18 years old who have been diagnosed with a qualifying medical condition may be eligible to apply for a medical marijuana card.

    Existing Leafwell patients can renew their medical cards online. Patients new to Leafwell must see a healthcare provider in person. Stay tuned for upcoming events!

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    Caregiver

    Caregivers must be at least 21 years of age and a Florida resident. They must agree in writing to assist with the qualified patient’s medical use of marijuana and complete a caregiver certification course provided by the Florida Department of Health or its designee.

    If a caregiver is not a close relative of the qualified patient they are assisting, they must also pass a background screening.

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    Can Minors Qualify?

    Yes, but if the patient is younger than 18 years of age, a second physician must concur with the determination that the medical use of marijuana would likely outweigh the potential health risks. The second physician’s concurrence must be documented in the patient’s medical records.

    Only a caregiver may purchase or administer medical marijuana for a qualified patient younger than 18.

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What You Need

You’ll need to provide the following to apply for a Florida MMJ card:

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    Medical Marijuana Recommendation

    Once approved, you will receive two emails from the state. One includes your username (email), and the other includes a temporary password that expires in 24 hours. Use those credentials to log into the Florida Medical Marijuana Program website to complete your state application.

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    Proof of Identity

    You will need a government-issued photo ID, such as a Florida driver’s license or Florida state ID card. You may also submit an out-of-state driver’s license or state ID card with two proofs of Florida residency (if you’re a seasonal resident). For minors,  a certified birth certificate or FL school registration record, AND legal guardian’s FL Driver’s License or State ID.

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    Proof of Florida Residency (Optional)

    Permanent adult Florida residents must only submit a copy of a valid Florida driver’s license or Florida state ID card.

    Seasonal Florida residents without a valid Florida driver’s license or Florida ID card must submit a copy of two of the following documents:

    • A deed, mortgage, monthly mortgage statement, mortgage payment booklet, or residential rental or lease agreement.
    • One proof of residential address from the seasonal resident’s parent, step-parent, legal guardian, or another person with whom the seasonal resident resides and a statement from the person with whom the seasonal resident lives stating that the seasonal resident does live with them.
    • A utility hookup or work order dated within 60 days of registration in the medical use registry.
    • A utility bill up to two months old.
    • Mail from a financial institution, including checking, savings, or investment account statements up to two months old.
    • Mail from a federal, state, county, or municipal government agency up to two months old.
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Cost Information

Save more with Leafwell and get your money back if you’re not approved.

label New with Leafwell Renewal with Leafwell Avg. other competitors
Medical marijuana certificate$149$99$175
State application fee$75-$77.75$75-$77.75$75-$77.75
Total$224-$226.75$174-$176.75$250-$252.75
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Next Steps After Approval

Congratulations on getting your medical certification with Leafwell! You’re almost there, but there are a few more steps to complete to get your Florida medical marijuana card. Let’s dive in!

  • Before You Start: What You’ll Need
    • A credit or debit card for payment
    • A valid photo ID
  • Receive Emails: Retrieve your login credentials for the Medical Marijuana Use Registry from your email. If you don’t find the emails from the OMMU in your inbox, check your spam and junk folders.
  • Complete Application: Access the “Your Card” page in the Medical Marijuana Use Registry to complete your online application.
  • Pay the Fee: Supply all necessary documentation and submit your payment information for the $75 processing fee (a $2.75 convenience fee will also be added for online payments).
  • Receive Your Card: In 5-10 business days, you will receive email approval from the Florida state agency, including a temporary card to purchase cannabis from a licensed dispensary. Your physical card will arrive two weeks later via mail.
How to Renew Your Card

Need to renew your Florida medical marijuana card? Here’s everything you need to know.

Please note: You must renew 45 days before your card expires, and Florida patients can only be seen by their previously approved provider via telemedicine.

  1. Patients previously approved by a Leafwell provider can sign in to Leafwell and start the renewal process.
  2. Get approved. Your Leafwell healthcare provider will refill your medication order.
  3. If your state card is due to expire, log into the Florida Medical Marijuana Program to complete your renewal application.
  4. Receive an email approval from the Florida state agency and legally purchase cannabis from a licensed dispensary.
Legal Topics

Below are a few need-to-know medical marijuana laws enforced in Florida. Check out our Florida law page for more in-depth coverage of Florida statutes and laws.

  • Patients can not consume cannabis in public places or on public transportation.
  • Patients cannot consume medical marijuana in motor vehicles or be under the influence of cannabis while driving motor vehicles.
  • Patients cannot cultivate cannabis plants.
Caregivers

Caregivers are required for medical cannabis patients under 18 years old but can also assist other patients unable to care for themselves or make decisions. Patients with terminal illnesses or in hospice care can also have a caregiver to purchase and possess medical cannabis on their behalf legally.

According to the Office of Medical Marijuana Use, medical marijuana caregivers in Florida must:

  • Be 21 years of age.
  • Be a Florida resident.
  • Agree in writing to assist with the qualified patient’s medical use of marijuana.
  • Be registered in the Medical Marijuana Use Registry of no more than one qualified patient.
  • Complete a caregiver certification course provided by the Florida Department of Health or its designee.

If a caregiver is not a close relative of the qualified patient they are assisting, they must also pass a background screening.

When applying to become a caregiver, applicants must provide the following:

  • A completed caregiver application.
  • A copy of the caregiver’s proof of residency.
  • A $75 check or money order to cover the application fee payable to the Florida Department of Health.
    • A $2.75 convenience fee applies to online payments.
  • A 2×2-inch photograph taken within 90 days. The photo must be passport style, in color, and show the caregiver’s full face.

Note: Medical Marijuana Use Registry identification cards expire after one year and must be renewed 45 days before expiration.

Reciprocity

Florida does not currently accept out-of-state medical cannabis cardholders to purchase marijuana products. However, seasonal residents who temporarily reside in Florida for at least 31 consecutive days every year may still be eligible to become medical marijuana patients in the state.

The following states recognize out-of-state medical marijuana cards:

*Visitors must complete a visiting patient application with the state program.

States that have recreational cannabis for adults 21 and older but do not accept out-of-state cards include:

FAQs

How much does a Florida medical marijuana certificate and card cost?

Please note: We can only offer online consultations to existing Leafwell patients for renewals. First-time patients or those new to Leafwell can join our waitlist to be notified when an in-person certification pop-up is happening near you. In-person certifications will cost $149.

An online renewal consultation for existing Leafwell patients in Florida costs $99 and includes a 30-week certification. You’ll only be charged if approved.

Patients will also pay a separate $75 application fee (+ $2.75 processing fee) to the Florida Office of Medical Marijuana Use.

Here’s an overview of the fees:

  • $149 Initial certificate with Leafwell – Coming soon
  • $99 Renewal certificate from Leafwell
  • $75 State application fee*
    (+ $2.75 processing fee)

*State fees are not included with Leafwell fees and are paid directly to the state.

What medical conditions qualify for a Medical Marijuana Card in Florida?

In Florida, the following conditions may qualify you for a medical marijuana certificate and card:

What do I need to know about applying for my Medical Cannabis Card in Florida online?

You can get certified for medical marijuana online with Leafwell in Florida if you are a renewing patient previously approved by a Leafwell physician.

  1. Sign in to your existing Leafwell account.
  2. Update your renewal registration and book an appointment.
  3. After getting approved, the provider will refill your medication order.
  4. If your state card is due to expire, log into the Florida Medical Marijuana Registry to complete the state-side renewal application.
  5. Receive an email approval from the Florida Medical Marijuana Registry and legally purchase cannabis from a licensed dispensary.

Please note: We can only offer online consultations to existing Leafwell patients for renewals. First-time patients or those new to Leafwell can join our waitlist to be notified when an in-person certification pop-up is happening near you.

How old do I have to be to apply for a Medical Marijuana Card in Florida?

You must be at least 18 years old to apply for a Florida medical marijuana card.

Minor patients may apply with consent from a custodial parent or legal guardian.

Caregivers must be 21 years old.

Please note: We can only offer online consultations to existing Leafwell patients for renewals. First-time patients or those new to Leafwell can join our waitlist to be notified when an in-person certification pop-up is happening near you.

Can I be/have a caregiver for a medical marijuana patient in Florida?

Yes, medical marijuana patients in Florida can have a caregiver. Caregivers will complete their own application form and must also be listed on the patient’s application form. Caregivers and patients must renew their physician’s recommendation/certification 45 days prior to the card expiration date.

Caregiver Requirements:

  • Be a Florida resident and 21 years of age or older.
  • Not be a qualified physician.
  • Not be employed by or have economic interest in a Medical Marijuana Treatment Center (MMTC) or a Certified Marijuana Testing Laboratory (CMTL).
  • Successfully complete the caregiver certification course within the Medical Marijuana Use Registry every 2 years.
  • Pass a background screening, unless the patient is a close relative of the caregiver.
    • After June 12, 2023, all NON-CLOSE RELATIVES applying for a caregiver Medical Marijuana Use Registry (MMUR) identification card must complete a level 2 background screening. More information can be found here.
  • Be registered to no more than one qualified patient, unless:
    • The caregiver is a parent or legal guardian of more than one minor who is a qualified patient.
    • The caregiver is a parent or legal guardian of more than one adult who is a qualified patient and who has an intellectual or developmental disability that prevents the patient from being able to protect or care for himself or herself without assistance or supervision.
    • All qualified patients the caregiver has agreed to assist are admitted to a hospice program and have requested the assistance of that caregiver with the medical use of marijuana; the caregiver is an employee of the hospice; and the caregiver provides personal care or other services directly to clients of the hospice in the scope of that employment.
    • All qualified patients the caregiver has agreed to assist are participating in a research program in a teaching nursing home pursuant to s. 1004.4351, Florida Statutes.

Here’s how to apply as a caregiver:

  1. Retrieve your login credentials for the Medical Marijuana Use Registry from your email.
  2. Access the “Your Card” page in the Medical Marijuana Use Registry to complete your online application.
  3. Supply all necessary documentation and submit your payment information for the $75 processing fee, plus a $2.75 convenience fee.
  4. Once your application is approved, you will be sent a Medical Marijuana Use Registry ID card. You can check the status of your application while it is under review.

State Resources:

Please note: At the moment, we can only renew existing medical marijuana patients previously approved with Leafwell via telehealth and not process initial applications.

How do I apply for the state program in Florida?

Have the following ready before you begin your application:

  • Photo ID
    • The Registry is connected to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles’ (FLHSMV) demographic database. If there is a match to the information in your profile, your state ID or driver’s license photo can be automatically added to your application and approved.
  • Proof of Residency Documentation
  • $75 payment fee (Plus a $2.75 convenience fee)

How to Apply in Florida

For detailed instructions with images for step 1, click here.

For detailed instructions with images for steps 2 onwards, click here.

  1. After your appointment with a Leafwell physician, you will receive 2x emails with the subject line “Medical Marijuana Use Registry New User Account” (here’s a walkthrough for step 1).
    1. One email contains your username (your email address).
    2. The second email contains a temporary password – these passwords are case-sensitive.
    3. Click the link in the email to log into the Medical Marijuana Use Registry https://mmuregistry.flhealth.gov/.
    4. Click login in the top left and then enter your email, and password and click the login button.
    5. Type the temporary password into the ‘current password’ box, then set your own.
    6. Once this is done, you will be automatically redirected to your registry homepage.
  2. Click on “Your Card” and then click “Begin Initial Application.”
  3. Click “Supply a Photo” to supply either your State ID photo or a passport-style photo to your application.
    1. Clicking “Check My State ID” will upload your driver’s license photo from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) demographic database.
    2. Clicking “Supply My Own” will allow you to upload your own photo from your device. (Using the FLHSMV sourced data will automatically approve the photo and may cut down on processing time, while supplying your own photo may increase the processing time.)
  4. Scroll down to the “Proof of Residence” section and click “Check State Residency Status” to obtain your Driver’s License or Florida State ID from FLHSMV, or click “Supply My Own” to supply your own proof of residency document.
  5. Review all data to make sure it is accurate. Then click “Apply.”
  6. Electronically sign your application and click “Submit My Card Application.
  7. Pay the application fee.
  8. Click “Print for your Records” to print the payment confirmation for your records.
  9. The entire application review process takes a total of 10 business days from the date of submission. Once the application is approved, you will receive an electronic temporary card to use while the physical official card is printed. The official card will be mailed to you within five business days.